A gossipy NME “Thrills” column reporting on David Bowie’s activities in New York, including attending Todd Rundgren’s Carnegie Hall concert with Bette Midler and appearing at a post-show party hosted by Bearsville Records. The Starman seen out and about in Manhattan as he rehearses for his upcoming US tour. New Musical Express Date: June 15, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • David Bowie spotted at Todd Rundgren’s Carnegie Hall show with Bette Midler • Bowie a

A detailed one-page Disc preview of David Bowie’s upcoming North American *Diamond Dogs* tour, promising a spectacular theatrical production built around a futuristic city theme. The Starman prepares to conquer America with one of the most ambitious stage shows rock had ever seen. Disc Date: June 8, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Bowie’s North American *Diamond Dogs* tour scheduled to begin June 14 in Montreal • Elaborate stage set inspired by a dystopian

A stylish NME report from New York revealing David Bowie’s fresh, more refined sartorial direction for his upcoming *Diamond Dogs* tour, moving away from extreme glam towards tailored French and Italian suits with a sophisticated street edge. The Starman updates his look — from Ziggy extravagance to sharp, elegant tailoring. New Musical Express Date: June 8, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Bowie planning a more restrained, tailored stage wardrobe • Shift to

A speculative one-page NME news item addressing rumours and uncertainty surrounding possible British dates for David Bowie’s ambitious *Diamond Dogs* tour during the autumn of 1974. Will the Starman bring his spectacular new theatrical production home to Britain? New Musical Express Date: April 27, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Rumours of Bowie bringing the *Diamond Dogs* show to the UK in autumn • No official confirmation of British dates at the time of

The accompanying photograph showed Bowie with pianist Mike Garson, both appearing notably unenthused. The piece joked that Bowie was struggling without Mick Ronson, though it also noted that two tracks — including Big Brother — had already been completed on the first night of recording.

A major Melody Maker news report announcing David Bowie’s unexpected split with his lawyer/manager Michael Lippman, just as he prepared for the *Diamond Dogs* tour and European dates. Shock waves in the Bowie camp — the Starman parts company with his manager during a critical career phase. Melody Maker Date: January 17, 1974 Length: 5 min read 📰 Key Highlights • David Bowie parts ways with manager/lawyer Michael Lippman • Brief statement issued confirming the split •

A detailed Melody Maker report on David Bowie’s plans to return to the United States in the spring for the second leg of his tour with an expanded Spiders From Mars line-up, while finishing a new studio album at Trident Studios in London. Bowie expands the Spiders and prepares for a major American return. Melody Maker Date: January 13, 1974 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Bowie heading back to America in spring for the second leg of his tour • Expanded Spiders F